*sin-ek'tiks, n. the study of processes leading to invention, with the end aim of solving practical problems, esp. by a synectics group, a miscellaneous group of people of imagination and ability but varied interests. [Chambers Twentieth Century Dictionary]

Research: Tony Shell

Tony's curriculum vitae: 31 years as a Defence Systems Analyst working on advanced research, at 7 different major sites within the UK aerospace industry; and subsequently 12 years as an independent researcher and writer.